Onam 2025 Showdown: Can Lokah Outshine Other Big Releases?

Onam 2025 Showdown: Onam has always been one of the biggest seasons for Malayalam cinema, where films clash with others for display at the box office. This year, everyone’s hopes are shielded for Kalyani Priyadarshan’s much-anticipated superhero movie Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, now set to release on August 28, 2025. The question everyone asks is simple—will this big-budget spectacle overshadow the rest of the Onam releases?

A First For Malayalam Cinema

Lokah stands to be the historic occasion wherein she leads the first-ever Malayalam superhero film. The film directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan introduces the audience to Chandra as played by Kalyani, who anchors the beginning of a larger superhero universe. With state-of-the-art VFX, high-octane action by international stunt choreographers, and Jakes Bejoy’s music, the film boasts a theatrical experience rarely seen in Mollywood.

The Release Competition At The Onam Box Office

Lokah, however, is hardly the only film releasing during the festive season. Onam contenders include Hridayapoorvam, a family entertainer, and Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira, a comedy-drama with a galaxy cast. Both appeal to a population of the festival-going audience, generally affording light-hearted or emotional dramas that go well with the holiday mood.

Why Lokah Has An Upper Hand

Irrespective of competition, Lokah has got that special edge for being targeted towards a younger audience thirsty for fantasy, scale, and novelty. The promotional value increased for the movie with Kalyani Priyadarshan’s rising fame and Dulquer Salmaan’s backing. The teaser and trailer created huge buzz, with fans praising this bold attempt to push Malayalam cinema into global standards.

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Thus, an exciting battle is brewing at the Onam 2025 box office. While customary family dramas will always have an audience during the festival. Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Lokah could prove to be the game changer of the season. If the film lives up to its promise, it could not only lead the Onam race but also set a new benchmark for the industry.